HR Generalist

Human Resources Generalist 

Perimeter Healthcare – Jackson, TN

Perimeter Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and experienced Human Resources Generalist to support the daily operations of our residential child and adolescent behavioral health facility in Jackson, Tennessee. This role plays a critical part in ensuring compliance, supporting employees, and promoting a positive workplace culture while delivering high-quality HR services.

Position Summary

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for assisting with the daily operations of the facility’s Human Resources Department in accordance with company policies, accreditation standards, and all applicable state and federal laws. This position supports recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, compliance, and HR administration, and serves as a key resource for employees and leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the daily operations of the Human Resources Department

• Coordinate and manage recruitment activities including job postings, screening, interviewing, and hiring

• Ensure proper onboarding of all new hires, including background checks, state clearances, and HRIS setup

• Maintain accurate personnel, medical, and education files in compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements

• Enter employee status changes and personnel actions into the HRIS and submit information to payroll

• Assist employees with HR-related questions, concerns, grievances, and requests

• Support leave of absence requests, ADA accommodations, pregnancy accommodations, and workers’ compensation processes

• Ensure compliance with HIPAA and confidentiality requirements

• Assist with employee orientation and training documentation

• Promote positive employee relations and assist with employee engagement initiatives

• Support the HR Manager and provide coverage in their absence as needed

• Participate in community involvement and professional committees as applicable

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field (required)

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of Human Resources experience, preferably in healthcare or behavioral health

• Experience with HRIS systems (UKG preferred)

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in a residential child and adolescent behavioral health setting

• May be exposed to challenging behaviors and emotionally demanding situations

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally

• Ability to manage stress, remain flexible, and exercise sound judgment in potentially volatile situations

Why Join Perimeter Healthcare?

• Meaningful work making a difference in the lives of children and adolescents

• Collaborative and mission-driven environment

• Competitive pay and benefits

• Opportunity to grow within a respected behavioral healthcare organization